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Krithik

KREE-thik · Of uncertain meaning; likely derived from Sanskrit 'kṛti' meaning 'creation' or 'action'.

2025 rank (boys)
#5,861
Babies named in 2025
15
Peak popularity
2016
2025 frequency
1 in 113,872 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Declining since 2017

Declining since 2017, #5,861 for boys today.

Popularity of Krithik since 2003

Babies named Krithik per year in U.S. Social Security records.

10192920102020Most births 2016Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
2000s54
2010s211
2020s69

Meaning & origin

Krithik is a modern name of South Indian origin that has seen steady use since 2003. It reached its peak rank of 5861 in 2016 but has been gradually declining in popularity since 2017. The name is most commonly given in Texas, reflecting the concentration of Indian-American communities. Despite its relatively recent entry into U.S. naming records, Krithik has established itself as a recognizable choice within the diaspora, tied to cultural heritage and contemporary style.

Krithik is a name of South Indian origin, particularly common among Tamil-speaking Hindu communities. It is likely derived from the Sanskrit root 'kṛ' (to do, to make) and may be related to the word 'kṛti' meaning 'creation' or 'action'. The name has gained modern popularity in India and among the Indian diaspora since the early 2000s.

Where Krithik is most popular

Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Krit, Thik

Variants: Kritik, Krithick, Krithik

Sibling names for Krithik

Names that share Krithik's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Krithik mean?
The meaning of Krithik is uncertain, but it is likely derived from Sanskrit 'kṛti' meaning 'creation' or 'action'.
How popular is the name Krithik?
Krithik has been in use since 2003. As of 2025, it ranked 5861 in the U.S., with approximately 1 in every 113,872 male births given this name.
Is Krithik a boy's or girl's name?
Krithik is predominantly a boy's name in U.S. Social Security records.